West Indies will look to clinch the T20I series when they face Sri Lanka in the second match of the three-game contest at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica, on June 14. The hosts carry a 1-0 advantage after a convincing seven-wicket victory in the opening encounter and need one more win to secure the series.
Match details
Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 AM IST, 5:30 AM PST, 12:30 AM GMT
Team Overviews
West Indies
West Indies produced a disciplined all-round performance in the first T20I to take control of the series. Their bowlers restricted Sri Lanka to 147/9 before the batting unit comfortably chased the target with four balls remaining.
Captain Shai Hope will be pleased with the balance shown by his side. The batting lineup features several powerful hitters including Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, and Rovman Powell, while the bowling attack possesses both pace and spin options.
Jason Holder emerged as the standout performer with the ball in the opening game, while Akeal Hosein and Romario Shepherd provided excellent support. The hosts will now aim to finish the job and secure the series in front of their home crowd.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka enter the second T20I facing a must-win situation. Although they managed to post 147 runs in the first match, the total ultimately proved insufficient on a challenging batting surface.
Captain Kusal Mendis looked in excellent touch at the top of the order, but the visitors lacked significant contributions from the middle order. Sri Lanka will require stronger performances from Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, and Wanindu Hasaranga if they are to level the series.
The bowling attack, led by Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka, and Hasaranga, remains capable of troubling the West Indies batting lineup. However, they must improve their execution during key moments.
Probable Playing XIs
West Indies
Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
Sri Lanka
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Lasith Croospulle, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka
Key Players
Kusal Mendis
Kusal Mendis looked comfortable on a difficult batting surface during the first T20I. His 36 runs from 23 deliveries demonstrated his ability to adapt to conditions while maintaining an aggressive scoring rate. Sri Lanka will once again depend heavily on their captain at the top.
Jason Holder
Jason Holder produced a match-winning spell in the opening game, claiming three wickets for just 18 runs. His height, bounce, and variations make him particularly dangerous on slower surfaces where the ball grips and holds up.
Shai Hope
The West Indies captain continues to provide stability at the top of the order and remains one of the team’s most reliable batters in pressure situations.
Wanindu Hasaranga
Hasaranga’s all-round abilities make him a crucial player for Sri Lanka. His leg-spin could become increasingly important if the pitch behaves similarly to the first match.
Head-to-Head T20I Record
Sri Lanka continue to hold a slight edge in the overall T20I rivalry.
West Indies vs Sri Lanka T20I Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played: 19
Won by West Indies: 9
Won by Sri Lanka: 10
No Result/Tied: 0
The most recent meeting came on June 12, 2026, when West Indies secured a seven-wicket victory.
Pitch Report
Sabina Park provided a slow and slightly challenging batting surface during the first T20I, and similar conditions are expected for the second match.
The wicket offered grip and variable pace, making stroke play difficult for batters throughout much of the innings. Bowlers who varied their pace effectively enjoyed success, while spinners benefited from the assistance available from the surface.
A similar low-scoring contest could be on the cards, with totals around 150-170 likely to prove competitive.
Probable Match Scenarios
Scenario 1
West Indies bat first
Powerplay Score: 40-50
First Innings Total: 150-160
The hosts may focus on building steadily before utilizing their power hitters during the latter stages of the innings.
Scenario 2
Sri Lanka bat first
Powerplay Score: 50-60
First Innings Total: 160-170
Sri Lanka will hope Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka provide a strong platform for the middle order.
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Match Prediction
The first T20I highlighted West Indies’ superior adaptability to the Sabina Park conditions. Their bowlers executed plans effectively, while the batting unit approached the chase with patience and composure.
Sri Lanka possess enough talent to bounce back, particularly with experienced players such as Kusal Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Dasun Shanaka. However, they must improve their middle-order batting and show greater consistency with the ball.
The pitch conditions appear likely to favor the hosts once again. West Indies have already demonstrated a better understanding of the surface and possess several bowlers capable of exploiting the slow nature of the wicket.
While Sri Lanka are capable of leveling the series, West Indies enter the second T20I with momentum, confidence, and home advantage. The hosts appear slightly better positioned to secure victory and wrap up the series with a game to spare.
